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Steps of the ES procedure: After placing a catheter over a guidewire, a contrast agent is injected to estimate the length of the stenosis (a). After repositioning the guidewire (b), a nitinol uncovered metal stent is deployed and the correct placement is checked with an injection of contrast medium over the stent (c).
